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Director Procurement Direct Materials Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Reynolds American is evolving at a pace like no other organization.

To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A DIRECTOR PROCUREMENT DIRECT MATERIALS

SENIORITY LEVEL:** **Senior Level

FUNCTION:** **Operations

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

**Reports to:** Sr Dir Procurement - Direct Materials

**Number of Direct Reports:** 3 direct reports

**Core Relationships:** **Internal** – Planning & Product Development **External** – Suppliers and vendors.

**Geographic Scope:** Local

**Travel Required:** 10 a 25%

The Director of Direct Materials Procurement is a key strategic role responsible for managing and enhancing the entire procurement process for direct materials needed in the company's manufacturing operations. The role involves developing and executing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, optimizing costs, ensuring supply chain efficiency, and supporting the company's financial and strategic goals.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

+ **Strategic Leadership** : Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy for direct materials to be implemented in US aligned with the company's overall objectives and supply chain goals.

+ **Supplier Management:** Lead the team through Supplier Relationship Management journey defining key metrics to track performance and continuous improvements plans to implement.

+ **Risk Management** : Identify potential supply chain risks and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and maintain continuity in the supply of critical materials, in a highly regulated environment.

+ **Cost Management:** Lead cost reduction initiatives, negotiation strategies, and value engineering efforts to optimize procurement costs on Reynolds direct Materials.

+ **Quality Assurance:** Collaborate closely with quality teams to establish and enforce strict quality standards for procured materials, ensuring they meet or exceed product specifications.

+ **Performance Metrics:** Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of procurement processes, supplier performance, cost savings, and overall supply chain efficiency.

+ **Team Development:** Recruit, train, and mentor procurement team members to build a high-performing and motivated team capable of executing strategic initiatives.

+ **Communication:** Communicate procurement strategies, updates, and performance to executive leadership and other relevant stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

+ Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, or a related field; master's degree preferred.

+ Extensive experience (7+ years) in procurement, with progressively increasing responsibilities and leadership roles.

+ Strong knowledge of procurement strategies, market trends, and supplier management.

+ Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.

+ Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and trends to make informed decisions.

+ Proven track record of achieving cost savings and process improvements.

+ Experience in industries with complex direct materials supply chains (e.g., manufacturing, automotive, electronics) is a plus.

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. **See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.**

+ Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets

+ Great Place to Work Certified

+ Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries

+ Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in four strategic locations

+ Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner

+ Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American.We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. **Come bring your difference!**

SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Benefit Information

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

+ 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.

+ Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent

+ Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not

+ Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)

+ Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan

+ Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year

+ Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents

+ Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)

+ Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)

+ Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance

+ Tuition reimbursement and student loan support

+ Dependent Scholarship Programs

+ Free confidential personal financial counselling service

+ On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations

+ A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice

+ Health-care concierge service

+ Volunteer service opportunities

+ Extensive training opportunities

+ Company vehicle for eligible employees

+ Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees

+ Paid Leave:

+ Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)

+ Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).

+ Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)

+ Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity

+ Funeral Leave

+ Short-Term Disability Leave

+ Long-Term Disability Leave

+ Jury Duty Leave

+ Military Leave

+ Released Time for Children’s Education

+ Community Outreach Leave

+ Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at [email protected].